TECHNOLOGY

Google fans may have to wait longer for the Nexus 10 2 release date, as its predecessor made a comeback in the Google Play Store.

"Dark Souls 2" DLC is not just a dream, as producer says the potential is already there. Also, "Batman: Arkham Origins’" story DLC will not be coming to the Wii U, while "The Wolf Among Us: Episode 2" is already dated.

Two versions of the rumoured cheaper Xbox One have surfaced, but which one has potential and which is more palatable for gamers? Also, those with a membership to Xbox Live can enjoy two announced games for the February Games with Gold listing.

As the Android world continues to wait for the long-delayed Nexus 10 2 release date, Lenovo and Motorola were suddenly thrust into the limelight, making the brands solid candidates to handle Google’s Nexus projects for 2014.

Mark the date Feb 24, 2014 on the calendar as a new wave of mobile phones will flood the world at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2014. MWC 2013 made way for smartphones with large displays and quad-core processors. This year’s event may pave way to more interesting tech trends. Below are some of the gadgets that we expect to see at MWC 2014.

Microsoft Store just cut the prices of three tablets running on Windows 8.1 because of poor sales. As a result, the 32GB Dell Venue Pro's price is now down to $229 from $299, while the 32GB Lenovo Miix 2 and Toshiba Encore's price tag is lowered to $249, also from $299.

iPhone camera is one of the most current popular cameras and taking iPhone photography seriously is now possible.

The much anticipated Galaxy S5 release date is coming soon as another variant of the next generation flagship smartphone from Samsung SM-G900H has been certified in Indonesia. Recent rumours suggest that the Galaxy S5 release date will happen as early as few weeks from now, just ahead of the Mobile World Congress.

People have been waiting for the Mobile World Congress especially since tech giants like Samsung will be announcing a range of their upcoming devices. Some people are still hoping that Samsung would shed light about its upcoming Samsung Galaxy S5. Nonetheless, despite the lack of information on the flagship device, there are other interesting details that people may find for the MWC 2014 under Samsung.

Even without the official update of the Android 4.4.2 KitKat in some regions, Samsung Galaxy S3 owners can still update to the OS. A custom ROM based on Android 4.4.2 is now available for Samsung Galaxy S3. Specifically, the Resurrection Remix ROM for Samsung Galaxy S3 of Android 4.4.2 is now available. People will have to be careful when flashing the update.

Samsung Galaxy S5 has been making headlines especially with the Mobile World Congress 2014 coming. Previously it was reported that Samsung will be introducing the new flagship phone during the MWC. Then it was reported that the Korean tech giant will hold a separate event and announce the device on the 23rd of February. Recent information says that the February 23 may be cancelled. Samsung may be bringing the announcement back during the MWC.

Samsung fans continue to look out for announcements on the official roll out of Android 4.4 KitKat to their regions. The update has not reached all users yet. Some carriers are still testing and certifying the update so people will have to wait for the schedule. Fortunately for those who cannot wait anymore, they can choose to update their devices manually. The AT&T Samsung Galaxy S4 Android 4.4 KitKat has been leaked.

It has always been a point of concern among Android users when they will receive official updates of new operating system variants. Even with the release of the Android 4.4 KitKat, Android 4.4.1 and Android 4.4.2 KitKat update series, there are still devices still waiting to receive the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean. For a number of Australian Galaxy Note II users, they can now update their devices to Android 4.3. Tesltra has started rolling out the upgrade.

A new means a new year for tech companies to show off or introduce new products. As the tech market becomes more competitive, tech manufacturers are working on stepping up their offerings as much as they could. According to recent patent sighting and reports, Apple is gearing up for solar-powered MacBooks featuring two-sided display, rear touch inputs and a whole lot more. What should people expect this year from the tech giant?

Gameloft's "Dungeon Hunter 4" Hardcore Update Version 1.5.0 is now available for Android devices. It was announced on the videogame developer's official Twitter account on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2014. This announcement came in the heels of the release of the "Dungeon Hunter 4" Hardcore Update Version 1.5.0 for iOS on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2014.

Reports about Google planning to remove its Nexus line started circulating recently. However, Google took the liberty to address the situation stating otherwise. If people will look at the company’s comments, they would be a good indication that the program will continue for the years to come. In a conference call regarding the fourth quarter earnings report of the company, Google CFO Patrick Pichette called the Nexus 5 as a winner.

Google turned down Android 4.4 KitKat update for Galaxy Nexus due to the expired 18-month update window period. Fortunately, users gained support with Android 4.4.2 KitKat instead, which simply requires manual installation.

The iPhone 6 has become one of the most awaited devices of the year. With leaks and analyses around, it appears Apple has been investing greatly on its upcoming device. Additionally, a new patent approved by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for Apple hints that the iPhone 6 may feature interchangeable lenses.

iPad Pro features may include new controls, according to a new Apple patent.

Samsung has escaped unscathed in a recent series of legal disputes filed against it by Apple and Nokia.

CyanogenMod 11 custom ROM running Android 4.4.2 KitKat now supports Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus GT-I9105 and GT-I9105P. It features optimised system for faster performance and useful apps for tweaking and customisation purposes.

Samsung Galaxy Ace 1 S5830 is sadly not qualified to get official Android 4.3 or Android 4.4 KitKat update but owners can still make it happen and upgrade it to Android 4.4.2 KitKat instead by simply flashing the firmware manually.

February will start off with an extended maintenance for Pokemon X and Y, as Feb. 4 (or Feb. 3 in some areas) will find Nintendo taking down the service for around 8 hours to deal with the two games online.

Sony Xperia Z1 Compact holds almost everything in one premium smartphone. Crafted with premium materials, it features a powerful camera and protected to resist dust and water. But it isn't perfect as buyers should look into the advantages and disadvantages of this device.

For those who don’t want to deal with the light bar on the DualShock 4, there’s a pretty cool temporary solution to this problem. Also, the PS4 may be winning in the UK but the PS3 has not been in the same wave of success.

iPhone 6 release date may happen very soon as Apple will start the production of new critical component in the handset.

With the release of Android 4.4 KitKat through Google Nexus 5, several Android manufacturers being rolling out the update to their own devices.

HTC One 2 release may be coming really soon. The specs and features of the cheaper HTC handset will debut alongside the former leaked.

Mojang is churning out snapshots at a fast pace for its upcoming update for Minecraft. The latest is the Minecraft snapshot 14w05a featuriing some additions and fixed bugs.